Shark Tank season 5 episode 28 introduces a lighter, healthier wine alternative; deep-sea treasure hunting business; collapsible kayak; decadent cinnamon rolls with a twist; an update on a lobster roll food truck business.
Season 5 Episode 28 in depth
John Paul Mitchell Systems co-founder John Paul DeJoria and New York Giants owner Steve Tisch appeared as guest sharks this season.
In season 5 episode 28, there is no guest judge.
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We listed below every entrepreneur and business who has appeared on Shark Tank Season 5 Episode 28. Many scammers claim they’ve received big investments from the Sharks or they have been on the show. They were not actually on Shark Tank if you don’t see a business on this list. Some of the top places you can use to check are on Wikipedia and also ABC’s episode guide.
List with all the appearances in season 5 episode 28:
Shark Tank Air Date: 05/09/14 – Season 5 – Episode 28
Bon Affair Wine Spritzer
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $150,000 for 35% | $150,000 for 35% | Mark Cuban |
Entrepreneurs: Jayla Siciliano
Bon Affair blends California wine with purified sparkling water, and electrolytes to create a refreshing and effervescent beverage with 6.5% alcohol by volume and zero added sugar. With half the calorie content of regular wine, Bon Affair is a guilt-free companion for the beach or the pool. Bon Affair is available in crisp Sauvignon Blanc and in seductive Syrah.
Jayla Siciliano, an entrepreneur responsible for Bon Affair, decided to seek an investment from Shank Tank in exchange for a percent of her company. She started adding soda water to her wine to socialize longer and she would feel better the next morning. She was hit by the inspiration to bring the product to the market.
Oru Kayak – Fold Up Boat
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $500,000 for 12% | $500,000 for 25% | Robert Herjavec |
Entrepreneurs: Ardy Sobhani, Anton Willis, and Robert Guttierrez
Oru Kayak sells light-weight and foldable kayaks made from space-age materials. The company uses double-layered polypropylene, which is tough, resilient, and abrasion-resistant. The original Oru Kayak is 12 feet long and folds into a box measuring just 32x13x28 cubic inches, weighing in at just 26 pounds.
Simply stash your kayak in the closet or under your bed until the next time the wilderness calls.
The kayak is small enough to carry when folded, it is most certainly mighty. Oru Kayaks undergo extensive strength and durability testing, rated at 20,000 folds and exceed U.S. Coast Guard recreational vessel requirements.
Cinnaholic
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $200,000 for 20% | $200,000 for 20% | Robert Herjavec |
Entrepreneurs: Florian Radke and Shannon Radke
Cinnaholic is the original, gourmet cinnamon roll bakery With over 20 unique frosting flavors and a variety of fresh and decadent toppings. Cinnaholic treats are dairy-free, lactose-free, egg-free, cholesterol-free and a 100% vegan.
They serve create-your-own cinnamon rolls and other sweet treats like made from scratch brownies, cookies, and edible cookie dough. Florian and Shannon Radke, a husband-and-wife couple, have founded Cinnaholic. The couple opened the first Cinnaholic bakery in Downtown Berkeley, California in 2010.
Hargitt Marine Services
| ASKED FOR | GOT | SHARK |
| $250,000 for 25% | NO DEAL | NO SHARK |
Entrepreneurs: Mark Hargitt
Hargitt Marine Services is a company offering a range of marine services, including marine towing, diving, and treasure hunting.
This treasure hunter has found 1200 tons of copper, silver, and gold ore in the belly of the Mariposa, which is a ship that sank almost 100 years ago just off the coast of Alaska.
Status: OUT OF BUSINESS
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